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  • Shibashish Roy takes the reins at electronics retailer Croma

    Shibashish Roy takes the reins at electronics retailer Croma

    MUMBAI: Shibashish Roy has taken over as chief executive & managing director of Infiniti Retail Ltd (Croma), India’s electronics retail powerhouse, effective 1 April 2025. The Tata Group has opted for a company man to mind the shop after the departure of founding member Avijit Mitra.

    Roy, a Tata Administrative Services (TAS) officer with over 20 years of group experience, has been quietly climbing the corporate ladder since joining as a project trainee at Tata Steel in 2003. His circuitous route to the top job included stints at Voltas, Tata Motors, and a six-year stretch at Tata Capital where he cut his teeth in wealth management and investment banking.

    The digital-savvy executive spent seven years at Tata Sons, including time in the chairman’s office, before joining Croma in 2021. Since then, he’s been on a rapid ascent—chief business officer to chief operating officer to deputy chief executive and now to the corner office—in what appears to be a meticulously planned succession.

    Outgoing boss Mitra, who retires after 35 years with the Tata Group, leaves behind sizeable shoes to fill. Under his stewardship, Croma expanded from a fledgling electronics retailer to a behemoth with over 560 stores across India.

  • Croma unveils spectacular alpona on Howrah Bridge to celebrate Durga Pujo

    Croma unveils spectacular alpona on Howrah Bridge to celebrate Durga Pujo

    Mumbai: In a magnificent celebration of Kolkata’s rich cultural heritage, Croma, a Tata Enterprise, proudly unveiled the first-of-its-kind beautiful Alpona painting on the iconic Howrah Bridge in association with Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Trust to welcome Maa Durga. The Alpona is beautifully crafted on motifs based on electronic gadgets, portraying the importance electronics play in people’s lives. This grand inauguration witnessed an overwhelming response with large crowds gathering to admire the beautiful Croma alpona that marks the onset of the auspicious Durga Pujo festival in the city, bringing together tradition and innovation in a captivating display of artistry.

    Through the magnificent larger-than-life alpona painting on the Howrah Bridge, Croma connected with its customers on a deeper, more emotional level with a message to upgrade their lifestyle through technology. It is a testament to the fact that its customers are the focus of all they do in line with their commitment. Crafted by skilled and popular artist Sanjay Paul and his team, including Anwesak Dawn and 80-plus students from the Government Art College were involved in creating the beautiful Alpona, encapsulating the spirit and artistic traditions of Kolkata. It pays homage to the city’s diverse cultural tapestry, uniting locals and visitors alike in celebration. It is conceptualised by the Croma team and Futuera Inc. and executed by The Brand Street.

    Speaking on occasion, Croma chief operating officer Shibashish Roy said, “We launched our first store in Kolkata in 2019, and, since then, we have scaled up rapidly over the last two years with 14 stores to cater to the growing demand. We are delighted to participate in the festivities and play an integral role in connecting with the sentiments of the locals. We’re here to complement our discerning customers’ electronics shopping experience. With our unique customer service and a wide array of gadgets under one roof, we aim to make this Puja season truly special for everyone.”

    In addition, Croma will also be visible in Puja pandals across the city, namely Mudiali Trikone Park, Chorbagan Sarbojonin, Dum Dum Tarun Dal, Ahiritola, Bagbazar Sarbojanin, and Mudiali Shibmandir, providing technology solutions and engaging with the festive spirit of Kolkata.

    Also, to engage with locals and further increase their awareness and range of their offerings Croma is engaging with locals in Mall activations showcasing their Croma Own Label products. They are actively reaching out to Resident Welfare Associations to foster a deeper connection with the community during the festivities with exciting contests and offers.

  • Croma rolls out the ‘Festival of Dreams’ campaign to celebrate Pujo

    Croma rolls out the ‘Festival of Dreams’ campaign to celebrate Pujo

    Mumbai: On the auspicious occasion of Pujo, Croma rings in its ‘Festival of Dreams’ campaign with ad films for TV and digital media and a festive sale with much-awaited offers. Bringing the joy and excitement of Durga Pujo to every household, Croma gears up to provide the ultimate electronics shopping experience and recognizes the significance of embracing new beginnings & fulfilling dreams during this joyous occasion.

    Adding to the excitement and emotions of the festivity, Croma brings alive its Pujo campaign through its playful ad films depicting relatable scenarios between the daughter and her mother in every family setup

    Croma entered the Kolkata market in 2019 and scaled up rapidly over the last two years to cover a larger part of the city. While the brand is preferred by the younger generation, Croma felt a need to appeal to the middle-aged generation as well. With this insight, the ad films conceptualised by team Croma, directed by Bibartan Ghosh, and produced by Useful Garbage Creations to showcase the mother and daughter considering a TV upgrade for Pujo and how they end up experiencing warm hospitality at Croma.

    As an extension of the theme, two additional video ads are released. One opens with the mother contemplating whether to invest in a washing machine or a refrigerator with the ongoing exchange offer. Her daughter’s enthusiastic suggestion to purchase both appliances highlights the excitement surrounding the Festival of Dreams campaign. The second is shown with the mother browsing a smartphone when the daughter playfully questions the frequency of her purchase, and the mother states that both EMI and exchange offers make it convenient and affordable to upgrade.

    Commenting on Croma’s ‘Festival of Dreams- Durga Pujo’ campaign, Croma COO Shibashish Roy said, “We are looking forward to the Durga Puja celebration with our ‘Festival of Dreams’ campaign.  This festive season, with 13 stores in Kolkata, we’re here to complement our discerning customers’ electronics shopping experience. With our unique customer service and a wide array of gadgets under one roof, we aim to make this Puja season truly special for everyone.”

    Croma’s Festival of Dreams – Durga Pujo campaign invites everyone to celebrate the joy of upgrading their homes with the latest electronics while enjoying incredible exchange offers and convenient EMI options. It is time to make dreams come true, just like the mother-daughter duo did in these playful ad films.

    To experience the magic of the Croma Festival of Dreams, visit your nearest Croma store or explore the exciting offers online at www.croma.com. Don’t miss the festivities and the opportunity to make your dreams a reality.

     

  • Kaun Banega Crorepati reigns as advertisers’ beloved choice, continuing its impressive run on SonyLIV!

    Kaun Banega Crorepati reigns as advertisers’ beloved choice, continuing its impressive run on SonyLIV!

    Mumbai: Over the years, ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ has become synonymous with the hopes and dreams of millions. The show, cherished by audiences of all ages, continues to make a significant impact on people’s lives. The reality show has returned with its 15th season, accompanied by the highly acclaimed feature, KBC Play Along on Sony LIV.

    The last season of KBC has proven to be an extraordinary triumph, surpassing previous records on the platform. Furthermore, ‘KBC Play Along’ allows users to participate real-time while watching the show on the app. This initiative creates an ideal environment for advertisers to target a highly engaged audience through Sony LIV exclusive integrations.

    Seizing this opportunity to engage with a broad and diverse audience, renowned brands have joined forces to convey their brand messages and connect with viewers through distinctive brand integrations. ACKO, India’s leading digital insurance company and Vimal have come onboard as a ‘Co-Presenting Sponsor’. As part of this partnership, ACKO has tactfully partnered with the platform for KBC lifelines across the show & Play Along to build the brands proposition as consumer’s go-to Lifeline for their insurance needs across Health & Auto categories.

    IDFC FIRST Bank joins as the ‘Banking Partner’, exclusively representing banking branding throughout the show. This involves presentation of IDFC FIRST Bank Branded cheques to the winners and interactive assets on Play Along.

    India’s major electronics retailer, Croma, steps in as a ‘Co-Powered Sponsor’. Croma will conduct unique quizzes for its online and offline customers, offering a chance to be a special guest on the KBC set, among other rewards. Additionally, to build and highlight the brand’s online presence, contestants who surpass 25 lakhs can select a Croma appliance as a prize from “Croma.com Cart Unlocked”.

    The show also brings in UltraTech Cement, Parle Agro and Atomberg as Partner sponsors along with other prominent advertisers.

    Comments

    Sony LIV head AD sales revenue Ranjana Mangla

    A show with a global legacy, Kaun Banega Crorepati has truly become an essential part of Indian culture, representing knowledge, aspiration, and growth. A huge and diverse audience base along-with active participation via LIV exclusive Play-along provides advertisers scaled reach with multiple touchpoints supported by innovative integrations and contextual creative renditions to land their message effectively in a seamless manner. Continued sponsorship partnerships with Acko, IDFC, Vimal, Ultratech and repeat investments from many others are solid testament to KBC delivering great value to advertisers on-board.  

    Croma COO Shibashish Roy

    We are excited to team up with SonyLIV for KBC, a journey filled with knowledge, excitement, and endless possibilities. Like the show’s spirit, Croma aims to empower people with latest in technology and seamless experiences. The partnership highlights our common goal to spark curiosity and shape a world where innovation is limitless.

    Parle Agro joint managing director & CMO Nadia Chauhan

    At Parle Agro, we are thrilled to associate our Smoodh dairy beverage with the intellectually stimulating Kaun Banega Crorepati on Sony LIV. We eagerly anticipate rewarding the Play Along participants, who showcase sharp intelligence and keen insight—traits that echo the essence of both our brand and the show. This alliance embodies our steadfast dedication to innovation, knowledge, and unparalleled quality.

  • Carat India wins media mandate for Croma

    Carat India wins media mandate for Croma

    Mumbai: Carat, the media agency from Dentsu India, has bagged the media mandate for Croma – an Indian retail chain of consumer electronics and durables from the house of Infiniti Retail. The account was won following a multi-agency pitch and will be serviced from the agency’s Mumbai office.

    As per the mandate, Carat India will oversee the brand’s media planning and buying rights (traditional + digital). The agency will also partner with the larger teams at Dentsu India to drive the full-funnel marketing needs of the client, further driving outcome-based solutions for the next phase of their exponential growth, keeping customers at the core of its planning and execution.

    Commenting on the win, Carat India CEO Anita Kotwani said, “We are backed by a consumer understanding proprietary framework, designing for people (DFP), which is strong & always relevant. It is inspired by design thinking which enables us to help brands with an in-depth understanding of their consumers. Our single-source consumer-connected system is the key differentiator in the Indian market. It has the ability to drive full-funnel client outcomes. Our ability to stay ahead of the curve in the tools and tech space by showcasing a unified holistic view of the consumers has been a key tenet that helped us clinch the business.”

    Croma – Infiniti Retail chief business officer (e-commerce & marketing) Shibashish Roy added, “We are expanding our presence in India by strengthening our omnichannel proposition with digital initiatives and aggressive store expansion plans. We look forward to working with Carat India as our media planning partner to further build on the Croma brand.”